Barbara Lynn (born Barbara Lynn Ozen, later Barbara Lynn Cumby, January 16, 1942) is an American rhythm and blues and electric blues guitarist, singer and songwriter. She is best known for her R&B chart-topping hit, "You'll Lose a Good Thing" (1962). … [Read more...] about Wednesday Open Thread: Black Women and Rock n Roll
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Tuesday Open Thread: Black Women and Rock n Roll
Norma-Jean Wofford (c. 1942 – April 30, 2005) was an American guitarist who played with Bo Diddley and his band from 1962 to 1966. … [Read more...] about Tuesday Open Thread: Black Women and Rock n Roll
Monday Open Thread: Black Women and Rock n Roll
This week's open threads will highlight some of the "hidden figures" in Rock N Roll. The first person highlighted will probably have a biopic made about her life. Some historians consider her the creator of rock n roll. Sister Rosetta Tharpe (March 20, 1915 – October 9, 1973) was an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and recording artist. A pioneer of … [Read more...] about Monday Open Thread: Black Women and Rock n Roll
Sunday Jazz Brunch- Open Thread
Happy Sunday P.O.U. Lurkers and regulars! Today we going to enjoy the sounds Miles Davis' album, Sketches of Spain. Sketches of Spain Miles Dewey Davis III (May 26, 1926 – September 28, 1991) was an American jazz musician, trumpeter, bandleader, and composer. Widely considered one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, Miles Davis was, with his … [Read more...] about Sunday Jazz Brunch- Open Thread
Saturday Open Thread: Black Horror Movies
Good Morning POU! Our final movie to feature is the biggest one of them all. Get Out is a 2017 American horror film written and directed by Jordan Peele in his directorial debut. It centers on an African-American who uncovers a disturbing secret when he meets the family of his white girlfriend. … [Read more...] about Saturday Open Thread: Black Horror Movies